Hamilton Health Sciences

Palliative Care Program, St. Peter's Hospital


Description

Provides end of life care to people experiencing any life threatening illness. Focuses on patient and family-driven decision making to maintain comfort, quality of life, spirituality, autonomy, and dignity of each dying person, while supporting families through this period and in bereavement

Eligibility
Patients must meet all six criteria: require the expertise of an on-site, palliative care interprofessional team to manage symptoms and distress are in the final stages of a life threatening illness have goals of care promoting comfort approach rather than aggressive treatment have a life expectancy ranging from several hours up to several months in duration have care needs that cannot be met at home or in another setting with the available resources are aged 18 years or older
Application Process
Any individual can make a referral. Self-referrals are also accepted. Call to book a tour. Urgent admission to the St. Peter's Palliative Care Program can usually be arranged within 48 hours following a referral.
Documents Required
documents outlined in application form
Office
905-521-2100 x12234
Office
905-521-2100 x12250
Web Site
https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/areas-of-care/palliative-care/palliative-care-unit/
Mailing Address
88 Maplewood Ave
Hamilton, ON, L8M 1W9
Canada
Languages
English
Fees
None Co-payment as set out by Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care.
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Last Verified On
January 27, 2026
Address
88 Maplewood Ave
Hamilton, ON, L8M 1W9

Provides complex continuing care that includes four inpatient programs: palliative care, restorative rehabilitation, complex medical, and behavioural. Also offers outpatient clinics for diseases related to aging and the GERAS Centre for Aging Research.


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Hours of Operation
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Service Area(s)
Hamilton